As you or a loved one goes about your daily routines at home, countless chemicals, hazardous objects and safety hazards lurk in the background. With a handful of potential risks in every room of a home, you might be wondering how you can improve the safety of your home or a loved ones home. Solve any home safety concerns with these simple renovation and maintenance tips!

Home Renovations and Modifications to Prevent Safety Hazards

Although inherent clumsiness is not always preventable, it is best to keep your path free of any obstructions to decrease the likelihood of a fall.

Prevent Bathroom Slips and Falls With Grab Bars

With slippery surfaces and an abundance of water, the bathroom is home to the highest risk of falls. Whether you are young and agile or a little more seasoned, installing grab bars in the bathtub or shower is a smart home addition that can help prevent accidents.

Replace Warped or Peeling Floors

A slight buckle in hardwood or a bubble in laminate floors is all it takes to send you plummeting straight to the floor. Replacing warped or peeling floors will keep your toes from being stubbed and your feet on the ground.

Ongoing Home Maintenance Tips for Improved Health at Home

One of the most significant factors affecting your health at home is air quality. Typically measured in microns, tiny dust particles in your home contribute to asthma and other respiratory conditions. Replace air filters in your HVAC system routinely to keep the air clean.

Avoid Mold With Proper Ventilation Techniques

Mold manifests itself in many different varieties. Often underestimated, mold spores can have a large impact on your respiratory health. In intense mold situations, renting a dumpster is the easiest way to dispose of large or several contaminated items. To improve indoor air quality, we recommends keeping vents clean and free of dust and investing in de-humidifiers often to lessen moisture.

At-Home Security Measures to Consider

Assess Your Windows and Doors

We suggest installing a deadbolt lock on main entrances for increased security at home. A chain lock and peephole add extra peace of mind. Also, be sure that your door is sturdy enough to withstand any break-in attempts. For many older homes with warped wood doors or rickety windows, replacing them all together may be your best bet.

Update Interior and Exterior Lighting

Installing motion sensors on exterior lights, specifically near entrance points of the home and on the garage, will stop most intruders in their tracks. An illuminated exterior provides less of an opportunity for burglars to hide from neighbors or passersby.

Consider setting timers on lamps inside the home, especially near windows. This gives the appearance that the home is occupied, whether you are home or away, to deter burglars.

Replace Worn Address Numbers

Replacing worn address numbers helps first responders get to you and your family members faster in the event of an emergency. It’s an easy fix that can potentially save your life one day.

We hope you found these safety tips helpful! If you find yourself needing a dumpster for these home improvements remember to call the experts at Waste Solutions 123!